Kauai United Way Accepting Funding Applications – 2018

Jan 24, 2018

Non-profit organizations which provide human services to the people of Kauai can apply for Kauai United Way funding for the period July 2018 through June 2019. In order to be eligible for funding, organizations must be able to demonstrate that they:

have been providing services which are important to the people of Kauai for at least two years,

receive broad community support,

have held IRS 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status for at least two years,

have an active, responsible board of directors who serve without compensation,

seek funding from additional sources, as described in the Principles of Admission,

support the Kauai United Way annual campaign among their staff and the community,

assist the Kauai United Way annual campaign and special events throughout the year,

work cooperatively with other Kauai United Way participating agencies, and

can meet other requirements deemed necessary for compliance with Kauai United Way’s policies.

Applicants must complete an extensive application describing their programs and documenting the above requirements. Organizations accepted as Participating Agencies agree to provide periodic financial reports and to allow Kauai United Way representatives to examine their financial records as we deem necessary. While Participating Agencies devote their fundraising efforts to the entire community by joining the Kauai United Way Annual Campaign during the Shared Fundraising Period (September and October), they are free to fundraise on their own the other ten months of the year. Organizations wishing to apply should e-mail info@kauaiunitedway.org for application information.

Potential applicants must contact Lori Almarza at 245-2043 by Monday, February 5, 2018 informing Kauai United Way of their intent to apply. Instructions will be issued following that inquiry as to how to apply for funding.

A volunteer Allocations Committee will meet soon thereafter to evaluate their applications and interview applicants. If you have questions, call 245-2043.

“With Kauai United Way’s help, the island’s Boy & Girl Scouts can work on developing strong minds and not worry too much on raising funds for their group.”

Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts

A Participating Agency

“I’ve enjoyed camping and other outdoor activities, meeting other Scouts, and helping the community in our ‘Do A Good Turn’ projects. The most rewarding experience for me was achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. I can truly say that Scouting has helped me become a better person.”

Garren Venzon, Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts of America, Aloha Council

A Participating Agency

“Teen Programs offered by some of Kauai United Way’s Participating agencies, offer safe environments for students to socialize during after-school hours.”

Hale 'Opio

A Participating Agency

“We’re indebted to the Kauai United Way and everyone who’s helped make this dream come true.”

Salvation Army of Kaua`i

A Participating Agency

“I’ve always experienced new adventures in Girl Scouts. You have lots of fun and you get to help people at the same time. Girl Scouts Rule!”

Girl Scouts Hawaii

A Participating Agency

“We extend our sincere mahalo to those who have surrounded us with their blessings, support and understanding. We especially appreciate the diligence and determination of all those who continue to search for the missing, and the kind of assistance of the personnel at Kauai Hospice, for which we will be forever grateful.”

Bruce Fehring, Father, Father-in-law and Grandfather of some of those lost in the Ka Loko dam tragedy. Kauai Hospice

A Participating Agency

“Boys & Girls Clubs help keep kids out of trouble by making activities and other recreational tools available after school.”

Boys & Girls Clubs

A Participating Agency

“The Fourth of July “Concert in the Sky” is one of many fundraising efforts made by the Kauai Hospice, one of many agencies of the Kauai United Way.”

Kauai Hospice

A Participating Agency

“Malama Pono, Kauai’s HIV Agency, is one of several disease prevention agencies supported by the Kauai United Way.”

Malama Pono

A Participating Agency

“We have a saying that goes, ‘When you give help, you give hope’ and it’s true. Funding from the Kauai United Way goes a long way towards helping The Arc to help others.”